If you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and family-friendly meal, this One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken & Rice is the perfect dish! It’s packed with sweet and smoky BBQ flavors, juicy chicken, and tender rice, all cooked together in just one pan for minimal cleanup.
Why You Should Make One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken & Rice 🍯🔥
Bold, Irresistible Flavor
The combination of honey and BBQ sauce creates a perfect balance of sweetness and smokiness that infuses the chicken and rice with rich, bold flavors. Every bite is coated in that sticky, tangy goodness that makes this dish so satisfying.
Easy One-Pan Meal = Less Cleanup!
One-pan meals are a lifesaver on busy nights! Everything cooks together, meaning you don’t have to juggle multiple pots and pans. Plus, less cleanup means more time to relax and enjoy your meal.
Family-Friendly & Picky-Eater Approved
Even the pickiest eaters love the sweet and smoky BBQ flavor! The juicy chicken and flavorful rice make it a hit with both kids and adults. Serve it up for dinner, meal prep for the week, or make it for a casual gathering—it’s always a crowd-pleaser.
Simple Ingredients, Big Taste
With just a few pantry staples like BBQ sauce, honey, rice, and chicken, you can create a dish that tastes like it took hours to make—but it’s ready in no time!
If you love easy, comforting, and flavorful meals, this One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken & Rice is a must-try! 🍗🔥
Here’s a delicious recipe for a one-pan meal that combines tender chicken with sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce and flavorful rice.
Ingredients:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 2¼ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup honey BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and half of the smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned on all sides (doesn’t need to be fully cooked).
- Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the uncooked rice, remaining smoked paprika, chili powder, and garlic powder. Toast the rice for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey. Stir to combine and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the frozen corn kernels, cover, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until corn is heated through.
- Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.
Serve with additional honey BBQ sauce on the side for drizzling. Enjoy your bold and flavorful one-pan meal!